Ami Palmanteer
Spokane,Washington
Summary
Dedicated advocate focused on cultural competency and child development. Proven ability to foster nurturing environments that promote social and emotional growth and healing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Co-Director
həłmxiłp Indigenous Birth Justice
Spokane, Washington
08.2023 - Current
- Cultural Birth Support/Doula
- ICEA Childbirth Educator
- Indigenous Lactation Counselor
- Child Passenger Safety Technician
- GONA Facilitator
- Coming of Age Facilitator
Early Childhood Educator
Salish School of Spokane
Spokane, Washington
01.2015 - 08.2023
- Early Childhood Language Immersion Teacher
- Study N̓səl̓xčin (Okanogan Salish dialect)
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental levels.
- Fostered a safe, nurturing environment to promote social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with families to support children's educational and behavioral needs.
- Maintained classroom organization and prepared materials for daily activities.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Social Services
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA06-2008
Skills
- Cultural competency
- Child development
- Lactation education
- Early childhood education
- Program facilitation
- Computer proficiency
- Self-motivation
- Reliability
- Interpersonal relations
Certification
ICEA Childbirth Education
Timeline
Co-Director
həłmxiłp Indigenous Birth Justice
08.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Salish School of Spokane
01.2015 - 08.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Social Services
Spokane Falls Community College